Ground Maintanence Operative
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 to £15.48 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 August 2025 |
| Location: | Monmouthshire, Wales |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Brackenberry Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | OR9354 |
Summary
We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Monmouthshire to assist with the appointment of a Ground Maintenance Operative, on a 2-months contract, likely to be extended at clients discretion. Please apply with your CV for immediate consideration.
Rate of Pay: £12.21- £15.48 per hour
Summary:
Monmouthshire County Council is seeking a proactive and dependable Ground Maintenance Operative to deliver high-quality outdoor maintenance services as part of the Building Services & Maintenance team. The role involves working on public open spaces, verges, schools, cemeteries, and contracted sites to maintain a safe, clean, and sustainable environment. Operatives may also assist with cleansing tasks and occasional waste collection during emergencies or when required.
Responsibilities:
Carry out grass cutting using handheld and ride-on equipment across various sites including open spaces and schools.
Maintain horticultural areas including shrub beds and bedding plants.
Perform litter picking and emptying of litter bins in parks, verges, and other public areas.
Undertake landscaping duties, including arboriculture and the maintenance of sports facilities.
Operate machinery and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and health and safety guidelines.
Experience:
Experience using grounds maintenance machinery (e.g., ride-on mowers, hedge trimmers).
Arboriculture or landscaping experience.
Previous experience in a grounds maintenance or similar outdoor role.
Essentials:
A clean, valid UK driving licence.
HGV licence.
Strong understanding of Health and Safety protocols.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to undertake training relevant to the role.
Basic knowledge of sports turf and line marking.
Welsh language skills.
Please note:
You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service
#OR9354
Rate of Pay: £12.21- £15.48 per hour
Summary:
Monmouthshire County Council is seeking a proactive and dependable Ground Maintenance Operative to deliver high-quality outdoor maintenance services as part of the Building Services & Maintenance team. The role involves working on public open spaces, verges, schools, cemeteries, and contracted sites to maintain a safe, clean, and sustainable environment. Operatives may also assist with cleansing tasks and occasional waste collection during emergencies or when required.
Responsibilities:
Carry out grass cutting using handheld and ride-on equipment across various sites including open spaces and schools.
Maintain horticultural areas including shrub beds and bedding plants.
Perform litter picking and emptying of litter bins in parks, verges, and other public areas.
Undertake landscaping duties, including arboriculture and the maintenance of sports facilities.
Operate machinery and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and health and safety guidelines.
Experience:
Experience using grounds maintenance machinery (e.g., ride-on mowers, hedge trimmers).
Arboriculture or landscaping experience.
Previous experience in a grounds maintenance or similar outdoor role.
Essentials:
A clean, valid UK driving licence.
HGV licence.
Strong understanding of Health and Safety protocols.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to undertake training relevant to the role.
Basic knowledge of sports turf and line marking.
Welsh language skills.
Please note:
You should be available to work immediately or at a short notice.
You should have right to work in U.K
Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.
Important: We will interpret your application as being permission to submit your CV to this role (with the right to represent you) unless you advise us to the contrary. Your DBS must be either through us or be accompanied by a subscription to the DBS updating service
#OR9354